The Tastemakers & Co. | "UNIFORMS made in ENGLAND" Exhibition
The Tastemakers & Co.
Workwear—military, labor, and chef’s uniforms—has always been cool.
“UNIFORMS made in ENGLAND” Exhibition Showcases British Craftsmanship
Starting Friday, August 22nd, a pop-up shop called “UNIFORMS made in ENGLAND” will open, featuring men’s and women’s apparel and footwear from brands including “SANDERS,” a shoemaker with a history of supplying officer shoes to the UK Ministry of Defence. Located at “The Tastemakers & Co.” in Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo, the shop offers a curated selection of simple, practical clothing and shoes that transcend trends, chosen for their excellent craftsmanship and the enduring appeal of traditional Made in England quality. The selection reflects a unique perspective on enduring style.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Embrace British Style on Your Own Terms
The “UNIFORMS made in ENGLAND” lineup includes footwear from “SANDERS,” a reputable shoemaker founded in 1873 in Northampton, the heartland of British shoemaking; exclusive items from “Yarmo,” a workwear manufacturer with over a century of history in the UK; and collaborative pieces with “TENDER Co.,” a brand that “The Tastemakers & Co.” has a keen eye on. All embody the spirit of “British-made UNIFORMS.”
The “SANDERS” section showcases men’s and women’s shoes from the “Sanders Uniform Footwear Collection,” renowned for its commitment to traditional Goodyear welting and natural materials, and widely adopted by police, military, and security forces worldwide. The women’s collection, crafted with the same authentic men’s shoe specifications produced in Northampton, is particularly noteworthy and offers exceptional value.
Also featured is “Yarmo,” an industrial workwear manufacturer based in Great Yarmouth, a coastal town in Norfolk, Eastern England, with over 100 years of history. Available are exclusive “Military Green” versions of their popular cotton satin work coats, alongside jumpers and trousers made from British wool favored by seafarers, and butcher stripe aprons, a familiar sight in British chef’s uniforms.
Additionally, discover “TENDER Co.,” a brand whose collections are rooted in the machinery and workwear of the steam train era (hence “TENDER”). They meticulously craft durable garments, focusing on everything from material research to the final stitch. Their workwear, dyed with natural pigments, offers a unique and captivating color palette that is not to be missed.
SANDERS POP UP SHOP
Dates: Friday, August 22nd – Tuesday, September 23rd
Venue: The Tastemakers & Co.
7-9-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-5466-6656
Hours: 11:00 – 19:00 (Irregular holidays)
www.thetastemakersandco.com